Evaluation of the locally available substrates for the cultivation of ganoderma lucidum (W.Curt.:Fr.) Karst (Reishi Mushroom) in Prayagraj, U.P.

The aim of the present study is to evaluate the locally available substrates (sawdust) with two supplements viz. wheat bran and rice bran at two different rates for the cultivation of Ganoderma lucidum with a segment of disease management.